Home & Decor

THE MODERN LIVING SPACE

The living room used to be the social hub of our domestic environment. In recent years, that role has been usurped by the kitchen and dining areas while the living room has evolved into an entertainment hub. Today, in our new normal, the living room is not just an entertainment space, it has also become the multi-purpose space whose function can change throughout the course of the day. So, how do we best approach the design of our living room? Here are tips from five inspiring case studies.

Multi-Purpose Open Space

“How and when has the ‘room for living’ been reduced to a mere room for watching TV?” ponders Woon Chung Yen, founder of Metre Architects. This home in Compassvale by the firm

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